Organisation Overview 

We are four building preservation trusts all based in the West Midlands, working together to share our knowledge and experience to save Historic Buildings at Risk. West Midlands Heritage is made up of: West Midlands Historic Buildings Trust, Worcestershire Building Preservation Trust, and Wolverhampton Heritage Trust.

We aim to safeguard buildings of historical and/or architectural importance within the West Midlands, Worcestershire and Warwickshire which are in danger of being lost. Our projects range in age and type from a 16th Century farmhouse to a Georgian townhouse and a Victorian Cemetery Chapel. 

 As well as projects to protect and rescue historic buildings, the Trusts organise a range of activities and events to encourage and involve our members and local communities, as well as contribute to professional development within the sector.

 Role Details 

We are seeking to recruit new Trustees from a range of backgrounds who have a strong interest in saving historic buildings at risk and contributing to their local community. It is not necessary to have previous trustee experience, just a willingness to learn and develop governance expertise.

Skills and Experience 

Applications are particularly welcome from those with a background and skills in the following areas:

•        Legal

•        Building Contracts

•        Building Conservation

•        Local Authority and Planning

•        Housing

•        Funding

Attendance: Hybrid attendance can be facilitated at Council of Management and sub-committee meetings. Site visits must by necessity ne in person. 

Time Commitment: Attendance up to six evening meetings of The Council of Management per year. Attendance at sub-committee meetings. Optional attendance at other meetings and site visits within the West Midlands, Worcestershire and Warwickshire. 

 To apply for or express an interest in this position, please email bicenquiries@weareadvocate.org.uk